John Riisnaes, 21-year old student from Norway, wins the 47th Norge Ski Club Meet

The video showcases the 47th annual ski jumping meet at Fox River Grove, Illinois, featuring daredevils from the U.S., Canada, and Norway. Art Tockel, representing the Norwich Ski Club, prepares for takeoff. The event is filled with thrilling moments, including jumps that sometimes end upside down. John Risenays, a 21-year-old college freshman from Norway, secures his third consecutive victory in the U.S. with jumps of 190 and 195 feet, earning the Class A championship.

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